Diospyros hassleri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hiern
Source:
wcs
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 7: 677 (1907)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649049
Common Names
- Hassleri Persimmon
- Hassleri Diospyros
- Hassleri Date-Plum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diospyros hassleri (also called Hassler's Ebony, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ebenaceae. It is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree growing up to 15 m tall, native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia. It typically grows in rainforest and monsoon forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros hassleri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diospyros hassleri is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diospyros hassleri is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 30 feet in height. It is native to the tropical forests of South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed. The seeds should be planted in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted to individual containers when they reach a height of about 6 inches.
Where to Find Diospyros hassleri
Diospyros hassleri is native to tropical Africa and can be found in tropical rainforests and woodlands.
Diospyros hassleri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros hassleri?
Diospyros hassleri
What is the common name of Diospyros hassleri?
Hassler's Ebony
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros hassleri?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Diospyros genus
Diospyros abyssinica, Diospyros acapulcensis, Diospyros acocksii, Diospyros acris, Diospyros aculeata, Diospyros acuminata, Diospyros acuta, Diospyros addita, Diospyros adenophora, Diospyros adiensis, Diospyros aequoris, Diospyros affinis, Diospyros aifatensis, Diospyros alatella, Diospyros albiflora, Diospyros alboflavescens, Diospyros alisu, Diospyros alpina, Diospyros amabi, Diospyros amanap, Diospyros amaniensis, Diospyros amboinensis, Diospyros analamerensis, Diospyros andamanica, Diospyros angulata, Diospyros anisandra, Diospyros anisocalyx, Diospyros anitae, Diospyros ankifiensis, Diospyros anosivolensis, Diospyros apeibocarpos, Diospyros apiculata, Diospyros areolata, Diospyros areolifolia, Diospyros argentea, Diospyros armata, Diospyros artanthifolia, Diospyros arupaj, Diospyros atrata, Diospyros atrotricha, Diospyros attenuata, Diospyros aurea, Diospyros australis, Diospyros balansae, Diospyros balfouriana, Diospyros baloen-ldjoek, Diospyros bambuseti, Diospyros bangkana, Diospyros bangoiensis, Diospyros baranensis,
Species in the Ebenaceae family
Diospyros abyssinica, Diospyros acapulcensis, Diospyros acocksii, Diospyros acris, Diospyros aculeata, Diospyros acuminata, Diospyros acuta, Diospyros addita, Diospyros adenophora, Diospyros adiensis, Diospyros aequoris, Diospyros affinis, Diospyros aifatensis, Diospyros alatella, Diospyros albiflora, Diospyros alboflavescens, Diospyros alisu, Diospyros alpina, Diospyros amabi, Diospyros amanap, Diospyros amaniensis, Diospyros amboinensis, Diospyros analamerensis, Diospyros andamanica, Diospyros angulata, Diospyros anisandra, Diospyros anisocalyx, Diospyros anitae, Diospyros ankifiensis, Diospyros anosivolensis, Diospyros apeibocarpos, Diospyros apiculata, Diospyros areolata, Diospyros areolifolia, Diospyros argentea, Diospyros armata, Diospyros artanthifolia, Diospyros arupaj, Diospyros atrata, Diospyros atrotricha, Diospyros attenuata, Diospyros aurea, Diospyros australis, Diospyros balansae, Diospyros balfouriana, Diospyros baloen-ldjoek, Diospyros bambuseti, Diospyros bangkana, Diospyros bangoiensis, Diospyros baranensis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2769879: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.